gps

Don't know. What have you done to satisfy your own curiosity?

I would go the Hema.... much better map selection and you can also convert other map types over.

I would try to ensure to buy one that will take Latitude and Longtitude co-ordinates in the search function.

Mine is so easy to use and when the co-ords. are punched in the Unit automatically produces the address.

Mine is a top of the range "Navman" about 3 years old.

They have new models out now so can't help you with model numbers.

Google Earth and a whole range of mapping services seem to have
Co-ordinates on display.

Have Fun Haji-Baba

Mick

What do you want it for? Street, bush/offroad or both?

Some mentioned above do not give you offroad may display and access to programs like Oziexplorer. Only good enough for mum to take the kids to school.

It would be handy to get a few ideas from you.

Excellent Mick.

You have a hell of a lot of options.

First of all is do you want it to fit into the dash or do you want it iPad or laptop based?

I am trying to get this on before anyone else responds to try and guide the chat

Mick

While waiting for others to hop in here, you could spend some time looking at www.gpsoz.com.au.

I think some are sending you off course a bit Mick...

We run a 13 inch laptop loaded running Ozi explorer and Trackranger Pro.... we have over 50 Gig's worth of maps loaded so we have a big choice.

The next best thing would be a Hema Navigator or VMS 700HD..... for off road use the Hema Navigator uses a cut down user friendly version of Ozi Explorer, the VMS uses a different application.

I would seriously look at the Hema Navigator as it has Ozi Explorer installed that has a large following and it allows you to use most map types once you have converted them.

The Hema Navigator has more forum based information available to help you get the best out of it and help with any problems..... there is a bigger following for the Hema Navigator range.

As for Ipad and indash do it all set ups.... the Ipad is a fantastic tablet but it is still lacking in the off road GPS application, this will change with time and if Ozi Explorer did a Ipad version of their software they would be on a winner..... the indash do it all setups are good for basic navigation but they are a bit of a toy.... a stand alone off road GPS will walk all over it.

There are many pro's and con's for all but I think the Hema Navigator will be hard to beat in your application..... unless going to a laptop.

I am not a big fan of any stand alone GPS like the Hema or VMS or brand X... I have been spoiled buy the laptop for to long, 13 inch with big memory capacity vs 5-6 inch screen with limited capacity..... plus the laptop can do so much more.

But I am looking at the Hema Navigator HN6 for my off road enduro bike.

There is a thread started a few below by me titled "Garmin Top vs Hema".... you will see there is a big following on this forum for the Hema Navigator.

Hi,
I have an iPad and have settled on Hema 4wd and copilot for trn by turn navigation.

You can feta free version of copilot from app store hitch will work out the route and how you which way to go but des not have the voice directions. To get that costs you $39 as an upgrade to the full product.

I have a VMS 500 but tried the other stuff because I have an iPad. I just keep the VMS for a backup now as have found the iPad apps easier to use.

Ozi is not available unfortunately but memory maps ie hema works and is easier to use, for me that is enough.

So if upu have an iPad iPhone etc give them a try.


Rich